All events held in Chagrin Falls. Many events need advance reservations as there is limited seating. Special Event admission is not included with All Festival Pass unless noted.
Check the Festival Program and online schedule for updates.
Documentaries come alive with these film related events!
FELINES ON PARADE
Sponsored by Laurel Heater, The Worley/Heater Team
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 1:00 PM
Free in Riverside Park
Film: Cats of Malta
Bring YOUR favorite (leashed) feline to parade the catwalk with MC Mayor Bill Koons.
Click here to purchase tickets for Online Viewing!
MEET THE BREWMASTER
Co-sponsored by: MerryMeeting Group
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 3:00 PM
Chagrin Valley Little Theatre
$15 for non-members
Film: One Pint at a Time
Learn how minority-owned brewers are reshaping the industry. Beer tasting with Black Frog Brewery.
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AWARDS
CEREMONY
Sponsored by: Carnegie Investment Counsel
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 5:30 PM
Chagrin Valley Little Theatre
Free and open to the public
The night sparkles with filmmakers and film enthusiasts at the 2022 Festival Awards.
Celebrity hosts: Loree Vick and Rick Jackson
Click here for FREE tickets to the awards ceremony!
FOSTERING LITERACY
WITH THE NCJW/CLEVELAND
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 12:45 PM
CFIS Theatre
Film: Butterfly in the Sky
NCJW/CLE has teamed up with Chagrin Falls' Fireside Books. Guests can purchase and or bring a book to donate to the "Little Free Libraries."
Click here to purchase tickets to Butterfly in the Sky!
FESTIVAL CLOSING
Sponsored by: South Franklin Circle
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 5:30 PM
Chagrin Valley Little Theatre
Film: Song for Hope
As the festival draws to a close, don't miss this special performance by world-renowned trumpeter, Dominick Farinacci, along with Steve Eva's Chagrin Falls Studio Orchestra Brass.
Click here to purchase tickets to see the festival closing film, Song for Hope!
EVENTS
FILM FEST
LIGHTS THE FALLS!
In loving memory of Jim Martin
NIGHTLY, WED-SUN, OCTOBER 5-9
The 13th Anniversary Festival spotlight is on Chagrin Falls as the upper and lower falls are lit nightly!
FILMS BY THE FALLS
In loving memory of William Barr
LED Screen in Riverside Park - throughout the Festival.
Come to Riverside Park during the festival week to view a free selection of short films, trailers and activities.
HONORING SLOVENIA
Co-sponsored by Jan Paulich Jones and Ann Gelehter
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 5:30 PM
Chagrin Valley Little Theatre
$25 for non members
Film: Emerald Paradise - Fly-Fishing in the Soča Valley
Kick off the festival with an evening of Slovenian culture. Enjoy songs, wine, food and home baked goods.
Hosted by Best Food Friends/Sylvia Debick & the Consul General of the Republic of Slovenia
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FILMS, BAGELS AND
COFFEE
Sponsored by: Chagrin Falls
Historical Society
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 9:00 AM
Chagrin Falls Historical Society
$15 for non members
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MEMBER/SPONSOR
AFTER HOURS
Sponsored by: Joanne Zettl Elite
Sotheby's International Realty
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 8:00 PM
Chagrin Township Hall
Toast CDFF with decadent desserts and a glass of champagne; your favorite filmmaker just might show up!
Members, Filmmakers and Sponsors only.
CELEBRATION OF OHIO
DOCUMENTARY FILM
Sponsored by: Ohio Humanities
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6
CFIS Theatre
$75 Individual Ticket for VIP Reception
A TASTE OF OHIO - VIP RECEPTION: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Celebrate the 13th Annual Fest with Ohio themed
hors d’oeuvres.
Click here to purchase tickets to the VIP reception and film!
FILM ONLY: $20, 7:00 PM
Film: The Killing of Sister Dorothy, In Her Own Words
Click here to purchase tickets for the film ONLY!
LET’S TALK ABOUT IT:
Panel Discussions and Special Film Events
PANEL EVENTS, DISCUSSIONS
PARENTING AN LGBTQ CHILD
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 12:20 PM
Chagrin Valley Little Theatre - River Room Following Film
Film: Mama Bears
What are the unique challenges and resources for parenting an LGBTQ child in today’s world?
Discussion facilitated by SOGI Support Network
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PROTECTING OUR TEENS FROM SUICIDE
Sponsored by LifeAct
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 3:15 PM
Methodist Church
Film: Secret Screening
After watching this film that addresses our current crisis around youth mental health and suicide, join experts from a local organization engaged in teen suicide prevention for a dialogue around this critically important topic.
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END OF LIFE WITH DIGNITY
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 3:15 PM
Chagrin Valley Little Theatre – River Room Following Film
Film: Jack Has a Plan
It’s a difficult but important discussion. At what point does one
decide that it’s time to plan the final days of their lives and
what are the issues and ethics?
Discussion facilitated by Ohio End of Life Options
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CSU SOCIAL JUSTICE SERIES PANEL
Sponsored by CSU Cleveland-Marshall College of Law and CSU School of Film & Media Arts
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 4:00 PM
Chagrin Falls Township Hall
Films: Angola Do You Hear Us? Voices for a Plantation Prison
and Second Shot
Join CSU Marshall School of Law experts for a discussion
surrounding these thought-provoking films.
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NAVIGATING THE FILM
FESTIVAL CIRCUIT
Sponsored by Think Media Studios
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 10:30 AM
Chagrin Township Hall
Join moderators from Festival Formula for a lively discussion
of how to navigate the film festival circuit.
Private Event - Invitation Only
CITY CLUB OF CLEVELAND
AT CDFF LIVE ON MAIN
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 1:30 PM
Chagrin Falls Township Hall
Film: Common Grounds?
Join the City Club for a discussion on political civil discourse
Does it even exist in today’s divisive times?
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WATER IS LIFE SHORTS BLOCK & DISCUSSION
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 12:45 PM
Chagrin Valley Little Theatre
Films: Water is Life Shorts
We have the privilege of living on one of the world’s greatest freshwater resources. But with great privilege, comes great responsibility. Join in the discussion with community partners.
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LOVELY JACKSON
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 3:00 PM
CFIS Theater
Film: Lovely Jackson
Meet the director along with Rickey Jackson and his accuser,
and hear about this stunning true story of triumph of hope, forgiveness, and perseverance.
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